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Tuesday, May 22, 2007

On the Street...Modern T Monk, New York

Everything just about perfect Sleeve length, fit of the jacket, complementary color combination for his skin, slightly funky hair for such a refined suit.It took me about an hour after I took this photo to finally remember who this young man reminded me of.....a modern Thelonious Monk(below).

Does this guy work at Domenico Vacca on Madison? Either way he of course looks good. The Brown suit is always a challenge in terms of shirts, ties and shoes. This guy has pulled it off superbly I must say. His look is really as good as one could see anywhere.

A great sense of adventure in a suit...?! How much I prise people that are able to create a style of their own with very "standard" pieces. This dude definetly knows his style above the mass trends. Bravo!

That suit is like a second skin on him. The white Ipodcabel working as the perfect accessory!

Anonymous said ... (9:48 AM) :

He's devine. It's not just the clothes, it's the way he carries himself that makes it all work so perfectly. You're right, Sart, he looks like Thelonious. I'm going to have to listen to some of his music tonight...and dream of that delicious man.

This is the slickest customer I've seen on here. He exudes fly. The photograph is beautiful too... I really like how the background is washed out like that. I'm curious though... what do you think makes this less than perfect?

Victoria said ... (11:55 AM) :

That's a really good look. I love it when men know how to dress properly and especially when they get a good fitting suit.

Nice waisted jacket and the pocket square/shirt combo work well. Blue (?) stripes on the shirt are the added touch. But what is the cut of the pant, and does he have a cuff or not, "mid-atlantic" break, American break or Italian? Proportion to the jacket is essential here. Please include the shoes as they could make or break this look.

Yes, pink and brown seems to be a very popular colour combination, but he certainly wears it well. Great fit, great colours, great hair and great confidence. And I personally really like iPods against suits.

Anonymous said ... (12:50 PM) :

faaabulous. He has to know he looks good. Although the ipod almost ruins it...

although i've long grown sick of seeing those white ipod headbuds EVERYWHERE, i gotta admit they give his outfit a smart, hip touch. like maybe he doesn't take himself tooo seriously.. i wonder what kind of music he listens to!

This is absolutely my favorite. While I don't think anyone can out modern the inimitable Mr. Monk, this guy certainly takes an admirable run at it. I'm going to take this photo to my tailor to show him that buttons are moving up even on two-button jackets.

Thelonious Monk makes the most intriguing music...ever...and that guy looks...'COOL...'

Joshooah said ... (6:10 PM) :

I agree with Anonymous 11:18, I see more Miles than Monk in this. Especially with those shade...Either way he makes it look good.

Anonymous said ... (8:41 PM) :

love the suit and the shirt, but would've chosen another color or fabric for the tie - it's the weak link. but he looks quite dapper.

TeMo said ... (9:19 PM) :

I love Sarto and many of the comments, but sometimes I get a tad tired of the black to black direct references, like weak Hollywood casting, I would expect more from folks who are real observers and lovers of style. I can see T Monk but some of the other references, Andre 3000? Again?! A hip black man in a suit = Andre 3000. Come on now. I also think that an Afro is both timeless and elegant, it no way limits what you can wear nor should it place you in a particular context. Afro and wrap shades = Superfly? So if you a blonde and wear cat eye sunglasses and scarf = Grace Kelly? Long brown hair and mini = Jane Birkin? That sounds more like supermarket tabloid fashion editorial than Sarto or maybe my standards are too high?

Anonymous said ... (10:16 PM) :

I also agree that in spirit, rather than in just sunglasses-goatee combo, he's much more Miles than Monk. The closest person I can liken to a modern Monk, in both impeccable style and attitude, is NYC artist Mark Gonzales.

I have a huge crush on him!Dear Mr Sart, have you ever thought, to start organising dates?There are surely huge interests on your subjects all over the world.This is a big niche.The Sartorialist Matchmaking Agency:-)))))

Umm I saw that guy today?! That's so funny. And I noticed his look too, since he totally stood out. Nice photo.

Anonymous said ... (10:39 AM) :

i actually saw him in queens yesterday, getting out of the subway. classy fellow indeed.

Anonymous said ... (3:17 PM) :

This guy's name is Simba and he is a wardrobe consultant for Domenico Vacca on Madison Avenue. He deals with mostly high profile jet set types. I know this because he has helped celeb's for the recent Oscars.

...I agree with Temo 9.19pm, it's far to easy to generalise and a tad lazy...so many other references that could have been made, c'mon people. The man know's he's got it going on, the cut of the Whistle actually reminds me of a modern day Edward Windsor..very elegant.almost Goes without saying photography great as always,you are my new no1 distraction! are you showing in London any time soon?